Our tour to the Whale Grounds of Kaikoura features not only an array of stunning scenery but also the opportunity to experience the thrill of viewing up close the Whales this area is renowned for. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year round residents.
A typical Whale Watch tour may encounter New Zealand Fur Seals, pods of Dusky dolphins and the endangered wandering Albatross. Depending on the season you may also see migrating Humpback Whales, Pilot Whales, Blue Whales and Southern Right Whales. Kaikoura often hosts the world’s largest dolphin - the Orca - and is home to the world’s smallest and rarest - the Hector Dolphin.
The helicopter transfers to and from Kaikoura take in stunning views of our capital city, the Cook Strait and the rugged Kaikoura Coastline. The Whale watching portion of this tour is normally conducted by boat, we are pleased to offer a complimentary upgrade to view the Whales by helicopter – please note this tour is conducted by an operator specialising in Whale Watching and a helicopter change at Kaikoura would be required.
Change of aircraft type on arrival is also likely due to the different nature of their operation.
Choose from 3 Helicopter options: (All vary in prices)
Squirrel or EC120 - 1-5 passengers Max external load: 750kg
Max speed: 147knots
Cruise speed: 120knots
Fuel burn at cruise power: 160L/Hr
Range: 300NM (555Km)
Hughes 500 1-4 passengers Engine:
Allison 250 - C20
Shaft horsepower:
Take off: 317 HP
Due to weight and balance restrictions on all aircrafts, a surcharge may apply to all passengers over 110kg.
DRESSCODE / WHAT TO BRING
Please wear comfortable clothing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW LONG IS MY GIFT VOUCHER VALID FOR?
All gift vouchers are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
CAN I EXTEND THE VALIDITY OF MY GIFT VOUCHER?
Extension options are available upto an additional 3 months from the date of purchase.
If your voucher has not yet expired, we can extend your voucher for an administration fee of $10.00 per month / per voucher (upto three months).
If your voucher has already expired and you contact us within 30 days of its expiry, we can extend it for an administration fee of $30.00 per month / per voucher (one month only).
If your voucher has already expired and you contact us more than 30 days after the expiry of your voucher, the voucher cannot be extended.
WHAT ARE THE EXACT LOCATION DETAILS AND DIRECTIONS?
Once you have made an online booking and activated your experience voucher, you will receive an email containing exact location details.
WHAT ARE THE CONTACT DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER?
After making an online booking and activating your gift voucher, you will receive an email containing the suppliers' contact details.
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KAIKOURA WHALE WATCH EXPERIENCE (NZ1310)
To make a booking for this experience, please enter the number of packages required and then click on the 'buy gift voucher' or 'book now' button. Experience Vouchers are valid for 6 Months from the date of purchase.
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Squirrel or EC120 - Departing Wharekauhau Package for upto 5 people
$9905.00
Hughes 500 - Departing Wharekauhau Package for upto 4 people
$5732.00
Robinson R44 - Departing Wharekauhau Package for upto 3 people
$5950.00
Squirrel or EC120 - Departing Queens Wharf Package for upto 5 people
$10015.00
Hughes 500 - Departing Queens Wharf Package for upto 4 people
$7165.00
Robinson R44 - Departing Queens Wharf Package for upto 3 people
$6025.00
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Our tour to the Whale Grounds of Kaikoura features not only an array of stunning scenery but also the opportunity to experience the thrill of viewing up close the Whales this area is renowned for. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year round residents.
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